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I let an AI take over my Google TV for a week — and it solved streaming’s biggest problem

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Dhruv Bhutani @ Android Authority · 07/18/2026 08:00 EDT

Project Neo replaces endless TV browsing with conversational AI. Read more ›

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The Gmail app needs to steal this Outlook feature — Like, right now!

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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · 02/11/2025 23:35 EDT

The small new feature makes a world of a difference in the app's usability. Read more ›

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Deal: At just $799, the Apple MacBook Air M2 could be the best laptop for most

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Edgar Cervantes @ Android Authority · 02/11/2025 19:55 EDT

Don't spend $1,000 or more on a good laptop. Here's a deal on the awesome Apple MacBook Air M2. Read more ›

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It’s official: the Gulf of Mexico is now the Gulf of America in Google Maps (Update: Apple Maps, too)

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Joe Maring @ Android Authority · 02/11/2025 17:23 EDT

The new name is represented differently depending on where you live. Read more ›

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Search plays almost no role in YouTube’s massive viewership, Google claims

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 02/11/2025 16:52 EDT

Google claims almost no one uses Search to find and watch YouTube videos. Read more ›

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Switching phone carriers: How hard is it, and can you keep your existing phone?

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 02/11/2025 16:42 EDT

Switching carriers is actually easy, but you'll want to consider a few things first. Read more ›

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Want to know Google I/O’s date? You’ll have to help solve a puzzle first (Update: Date revealed)

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 02/11/2025 16:10 EDT

Google I/O starts on May 20. Read more ›

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Verizon Protect will soon raise its pricing: Who’s affected and by how much?

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 02/11/2025 14:37 EDT

This time the company is focusing its attention on Verizon Protect Multi-device users with 4 or more devices. Read more ›

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Want to know Google I/O’s date? You’ll have to help solve a puzzle first

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 02/11/2025 14:21 EDT

You can help reveal Google I/O's date by beating this game. Read more ›

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This fun new look for Circle to Search might be hitting your phone soon (APK teardown)

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 02/11/2025 12:44 EDT

Circle to Search could soon get a bouncy new look. Read more ›

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Apple’s latest earbuds let you monitor your heart rate without a smartwatch

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Rushil Agrawal @ Android Authority · 02/11/2025 12:30 EDT

The new Powerbeats Pro 2 will track your heart rate while you exercise. Read more ›

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Here’s how Chrome’s Enhanced Protection mode keeps over a billion users safe from phishing and scams

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Pranob Mehrotra @ Android Authority · 02/11/2025 12:00 EDT

No points for guessing; it uses AI. Read more ›

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US Mobile’s most expensive plan is adding truly unlimited data powered by AT&T

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 02/11/2025 11:45 EDT

No more slowing down to 1Mbps after using up 100GB of data. Read more ›

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Did you lie to YouTube about your age? Google is working on figuring it out.

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C. Scott Brown @ Android Authority · 02/11/2025 11:43 EDT

If you have a habit of lying about your age on YouTube, machine learning might figure it out. Read more ›

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It’s official: the Gulf of Mexico is now the Gulf of America in Google Maps

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Joe Maring @ Android Authority · 02/11/2025 11:36 EDT

The new name is represented differently depending on where you live. Read more ›

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US Mobile will soon let you use two major phone networks simultaneously on the same plan

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 02/11/2025 11:30 EDT

You'll be able to add the function for free until March 31, then $15 after. Read more ›

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YouTube is bringing its handy auto dubbing tool to more users later this month

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Pranob Mehrotra @ Android Authority · 02/11/2025 11:25 EDT

The tool will soon be available to all creators in the YouTube Partner Program. Read more ›

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Dude where’s my ETA? Some Android Automotive users lose Google Maps feature

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Ryan McNeal @ Android Authority · 02/11/2025 11:10 EDT

Google Maps ETA feature has disappeared for some Android Automotive users. Read more ›

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Is there a way to temporarily turn off Visible Global Pass while traveling?

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Andrew Grush @ Android Authority · 02/11/2025 11:00 EDT

You can't turn it off, but there is a simple trick to prevent it from charging you for days you don't use it. Read more ›

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Google TV might soon turn your idle screen into a live news hub (APK teardown)

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Stephen Schenck @ Android Authority · 02/11/2025 10:56 EDT

Google gets ready to add News Briefs to Google TV's Ambient Mode. Read more ›

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Here’s our best look yet at the Pixel 9a!

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Aamir Siddiqui @ Android Authority · 02/11/2025 10:48 EDT

These official-looking renders confirm the redesigned phone with an almost-flush camera bar. Read more ›

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